The new stamp aims to recognize the importance of the Israeli energy sector and make note of the massive offshore gas exploration
ventures Israel is heading.

The NIS 4.2 ($1) stamp carries an illustration of an offshore oil rig, designed by Ronen Goldenberg and Tuvia Kurtz.

"One way for a country to mark an important event in its history is by issuing a commemorative stamp," Minister Landau said. "The Israeli gas discoveries are certainly a historic event for the State of Israel."

Minister Kahlon added that "Issuing this unique stamp attests as to the public's recognition of the booming energy industry. Natural gas is one of the most important discoveries for Israel."